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Tuesday
Sep072010

First Day of School

Many of you know me, I'm the Marketing Manager for Kidzola. I do most of the writing for the company, I'm it's "voice" if you will. I'm also a Mom. I have two children. One is going to be 4, one will be 2. My daughter started PreK on this beautiful day here in New York.

Her starting school has brought about many mixed emotions for me. I'm sad, yet excited for my daughter as she starts her first day of PreK. It did not go well when I dropped her off. She was good, went on the potty when we got there, talked to some of the teachers, showed them her Barbie she named Tori, after the lead character on Victorious. Then Mommy told her it was time for me to go. She gave me a kiss, a hug and then the tears started. I told her I'd be back soon with Daddy and her little brother to pick her up, but she had to stay and get to know everyone. I offered to get her photo album so she could show Miss Katie and Miss Barbara her family. She said now and grabbed for my hand with each step I took toward the door. Would not let me leave. Followed me out.

I picked her up, brought her to the window and told her I'd wave from the other side, but she had to stay. This was part of being a big girl and the big sister. I sat her down at the table by the window, walked toward the door and there she was, out the door with me. Coaxing her back in was not happening, so I picked her up again, put her back in the chair and told the teachers they'd have to just keep her in there, because she'll follow me. She's my best buddy.

So the head teacher stepped in and made sure I could leave. Picked her up and I waved from the window when I got outside, watching her cry and reach for me. Surprisingly, I did not cry. I just blew kisses and waved and yelled "I'll be back soon to get you. Mommy always comes back!" And off I went, called my husband to let him know it wasn't our best showing, but she'll be fine and that I was on my way home.

Here I am, home and still not feeling like I need to cry. I just want to be positive and keep it that way, so maybe, by some miracle, she feels the calmness and the positivity wafting her way.....and it is helping. I know she'll be fine, she has a great set of teachers, an amazing group of kids in the classroom - I mean, so friendly and sweet.

What made me feel better about the whole thing, she wasn't the only one upset. I just didn't want her to be the only one who acted like that. And she wasn't, so I felt better. Like she wasn't totally alone......someone else had separation anxiety. Perhaps the little boy and her will be friends bonded by this anxiety they both have? Regardless, I know she's not a freak of nature, that this happens to a lot of kids and all of them end up being totally fine! Especially when there are amazing teachers to guide them.

Now, what's your story of your child's first day of school? How did you kid handle it? How did you handle it? Any advice for Moms and Dads? Little brothers or sisters who are left at home, without their school age sibling? We've got a lot of parents out there who need the support, let's share!!!

Monday
Aug232010

Store Review: Beverly Douglass

Beverly Douglass, not only with Kidzola from the very early stages of our website, but also one of our best selling consultants, has opened her very own store front with Kidzola. If you're looking for clothing, she's the one to visit first! There are a few other items she sprinkles into the mix, like diaper bags and memory makers, but the bulk of her inventory is clothing. Who doesn't love to shop for clothes, even if it's not for yourself!

Checking her store regularly is KEY. Her stock changes routinely, because everyone knows where to start their search if they want to find great quality re-sale items. Beverly has high standards for the items she sells in her store. She takes re-sale very seriously and make no mistake, her customers love her for it!

As I write this post, I'm sure the products I highlight won't be around for long, but she's got a ton of items to choose from, so don't fret - just keep looking, you'll find something!

Beverly's store has a fantastic, barely used Eddie Bauer Diaper Bag on sale. (I told you, she sprinkles in a few different things within her stock of amazing clothing). It's got a shoulder strap, as well as a hand strap. Lots of space and compartments. You have to check it out. She just put it up this month and is only listing it until September 13th.

Lots of little girls are starting school soon, some already have. There are amazing little outfits for them in her store, like a super cute blue jean and blouse set by French Toast. Check it out here--->FRENCH TOAST OUTFIT When fall hits, this will be a great outfit for any little girl. Such a pretty green!

Old kids aren't left out of her repertoire! Even some brand new items, too. For an older girl, a light pink mock tank top that's brand new with the tags. Throw it on under a hoodie, or a sweatshirt and it's perfect for gym class! Check out the Cheetah Girls tank here--->TANK TOP

Beverly hooks up the boys in your life, too. All boys need black shoes for something! Route 66 black shoes, NEW with the tags still on them are available in size 13. Rubber soles are great, no having to scuff them up so your kid doesn't slip and fall. Moms always like less work! 

It's the store that has a little bit of everything for everyone who needs it! Beverly is dedicated to bringing quality re-sale items to Kidzola customers, so check back often. Like we said, she goes through inventory at such a fast pace, if you like what you've seen go and shop, shop, shop!

Sunday
Aug082010

Store Review: Maryann Cunningham

One of our very first consultants on the scene was Maryann. We're talking about when Kidzola first started, back in October of 2008. She was a huge supporter of the site, loved the concept and idea and truly embraced our "vision." When we decided to take the next step into ecommerce, Maryann was one of the first to come over to the "dark side" and open up a store. We couldn't be happier she decided to jump into the world of ecommerce with us and became not just a consultant, but a store owner. Let's take you on a tour of Maryann Cunningham, the store.

Maryann's store is all re-sale products. However, it doesn't mean everything has been gently used. There are a great mix of brand new items, along with gently used items. Clothing, puzzles, books and more!

Do you want to get your kids involved in Golf? Maryann's has a great US Kids Golf Red System that includes a pitching wedge, 3 fairway driver and putter. Totally BRAND NEW. Great products for a much lower price than what you would find in the store!

Maybe you're a new mom, or know someone who's a new parent. One of our favorite products are disposable multi-use pads. When you travel, these are amazingly helpful for diaper changes, or to put your child down on the ground while you feed them a little snack while waiting for a plane to depart.

Just visit and take a look around, you'll have a wide variety of products to choose from. She's got a huge turnover and new products are constantly being added, so check back often!

Thursday
Jul292010

Store Review: Posh Party Box

All of our faithful readers know Kidzola has done a huge upgrade to our website. We’ve gone from being just an eclassifeds site, to an actual ecommerce site. It was something we had always wanted to do, plus our members continued to ask for the change. The time was right and we took the plunge. It’s been a lot of fun!

As part of our fresh look and feel, we opened up our site to a whole new world of higher end products. Yes, we have changed a lot, but we are still just for kids! (Plus, we still have plenty of resale items on our site that are fabulous and budget friendly-don’t fret, we haven’t let go of our main goal: KIDS!).

We were lucky enough to find Posh Party Box, a brand new store on Kidzola. The name of the store gives you a hint as to what it is: A party in a box! It’s everything you’ll need to host a fantastic party for your child and her friends. Or, his friends. We’re equal opportunity party-goers, right?!

There are party boxes that will blow your mind. The 14-piece Dinosaur Dig Party Box allows you to host a party for your child and friends! With Excavation Kid Kits that have goggles, digging tools and brushes, helmets, books, invites, thank you notes, plates, napkins, cutlery sets, cups, table cover, tattoos, miniature plastic dinosaurs and gift bags.

 

Le Petite Chef is another great one. I don’t know about you, but my kids love to cook in the kitchen with Mommy. I bet your kids love to help out, too. Well, this box includes a ton of great stuff to host a party where the kids will be able to bake (you have to buy the ingredients for the recipes that come with the box). Your child and friends can have fun wearing chef’s aprons and hats, while they bake using their very own cookie spatulas, wooden spoons, rolling pins, cooking whiskers, measuring spoons and rubber spatulas. It also comes with 1 cookie pan, 5 sets of Yummy Things to Cook and Eat recipe cards in a box, 1 set of cookie cutters and sprinkles plus 5 invites and 5 thank you notes.

The Going Green Party Box is a fantastic chance to share your child’s love of being green with friends. It all starts with 6 Eco-Friendly Planet “Seed” Invitations, which can be used to grow wildflowers. Also included are 6 each of thank you notes, “Why Should I Bother About the Planet?” books, frames with screen and plastic tray, packages of paper confetti, rollers, packages of white glue, packages of glitter, pieces of felt, detailed instruction sheets, eco-friendly tote bags, “Going Green” baseball caps, eco-friendly bamboo reusable plates & cutlery, eco-friendly lime green cups and eco-friendly natural napkins.

There are so many fantastic parties in a box in this store. Each box has fantastic ideas for parties for your kids. Each one keeps your party small, intimate and fun. Kids walk away with such a great experience, really cool stuff to bring home and use over and over again. Some of the boxes even have items that are re-usable for the hosts!

Your kids will have some of the most talked about gatherings in the neighborhood! It’s the quality of the party, not the quantity of kids who attend. When it is kept small, it’s more hands on, memorable and bonds the kids forever!

Check out Posh Party Box store at Kidzola.com. These kinds of parties make the most lasting memories for parents, kids and families. Enjoy! We hope you find the store as unique and exciting as I do.



Thursday
Jul222010

Fund Raising? Forget the wrapping paper.

Every Mom has been stuck bringing that Wrapping Paper order form to work. Poor Dad has to drum up some orders to help raise money for school with yet another cookie dough in a bucket fund raising program. How about poor Grandma and Grandpa asking their neighbors if they would help their grandkids out by buying some candy bars. It's rough for schools to raise money, or PTA, PTO - whatever the organization happens to be in your school. Maybe even a moms club of some kind.

There is only so much wrapping paper, cookie dough from a bucket and candy bars a community can purchase (plus there are those Girl Scouts selling cookies, too). We think we've found a solution!

Partner with Kidzola for a unique fund raiser. Your organization can earn 1% of all purchases by your supporters at our site by asking them to sign up for a free account, use a referral code we'll assign you, then shop and earn for your organization. It really is as simple as it sounds. Kidzola will provide a letter you can use to distribute to your supporters. You can email it, print it and hand it out - whatever you wish! PLUS, a flyer! 

Another bonus: When your supporters sign up, they are entered into our monthly drawings to win $25 in Kidzola Kash, which they can spend on anything at our Kidzola website. Who doesn't love to win stuff?

How can you get started? Just email Heather, our co-founder, at heather@kidzola.com and she will send you the referral code to get you started. Plus, the letter if you want one! But you don't have to wait for the letter to share the referral code and get people shopping.

Unique way of raising money, no order forms to distribute, collect or keep track of AND people can buy whatever they want from the website! We've got great handmade products, brand new items and of course, our re-sale merchandise, too.

Just email heather@kidzola.com to get your organization started!

*This program runs through January 31, 2011. Start earning money now and go through until January 31, 2011. YES, from the day you sign up until January 31, 2011. This isn't just a one week fund raiser!